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  1. San Rafael (/ ˌ s æ n r ə ˈ f ɛ l / SAN rə-FEL; Spanish for "St. Raphael", Spanish pronunciation: [san rafaˈel]) is a city and the county seat of Marin County, California, United States. The city is located in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area.

  2. Sep 5, 2024 · San Rafael, city, seat (1893) of Marin county, western California, U.S. It lies on the northwestern shore of San Francisco Bay. The area developed around the Mission San Rafael Arcángel (1817; restored) as a ranch town. Growth was sustained by the arrival of the San Francisco and North Pacific.

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  3. San Rafael, California is a vibrant city located in Marin County. From its historic downtown area to its stunning natural landscape, this wonderful community offers plenty of attractions and activities for all ages to enjoy.

  4. San Rafael is on the 101 Freeway, north of San Francisco over the Golden Gate Bridge. 101 crosses Highway 580 in San Rafael, making the city a major influx point for drivers from the East Bay.

  5. San Rafael (/ ˌ s æ n r ə ˈ f ɛ l / SAN-rə-FE-el; Spanish pronunciation: [san rafaˈel] "Saint Raphael") is a city in and the county seat of Marin County, California, United States. The city is in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. As of the 2020 census the city's population is 61,271. [1]

  6. Visit San Rafael and you’re right at the beating heart of Marin. Not just the oldest and largest city in the county, it’s a place where culture, business, and just plain fun coexist happily. And thanks to its central setting, natural beauty is never far away.

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  8. As Marin County's oldest and largest city, San Rafael sure has a lot of cultural intrigue, and with a historic old town, it’s no wonder travelers love spending time downtown. Start your day at the San Rafael City Plaza. It's the middle of town and also quite a photo-op, with its impressive water-wall fountain.

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